Career Opportunity

Senior eDiscovery Engineer

Department

Forensics

Location

US - Remote

About Us

ILS has long been the preeminent eDiscovery service provider exclusively focused on the plaintiffs’ bar. We have worked on many of the country’s largest and most noteworthy litigations over the past decade.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior eDiscovery Engineer to join our fast-growing and dynamic team of technical professionals. A qualified candidate will be capable of providing top-tier litigation support to our clients and stakeholders. This role requires a strong technical background in data processing and loading in leading eDiscovery platforms, proficiency in SQL and scripting languages for developing custom solutions, and automation of workflows. We are looking for a candidate who is willing and able to help grow our team’s expertise with complex problem-solving and an analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Perform the end-to-end eDiscovery workflow, including data loading of flat files, processing of ESI, and production, ensuring compliance with ESI protocols and technical specifications.
  • Manipulate and handle load-ready flat files (DAT/CSV) and other data formats, ensuring accurate ingestion into review platforms.
  • Process and load data in eDiscovery platforms such as Relativity, Everlaw, Reveal, and iConect, including performing administrative tasks and troubleshooting as needed.
  • Implement best practices and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data handling, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and defensibility.
  • Utilize SQL to query, manipulate, and analyze large datasets.
  • Develop and maintain custom scripts using Python or other scripting languages to automate processes and enhance data handling capabilities.
  • Provide consultative guidance to legal teams, offering insights into data management strategies, workflow optimizations, and potential risk areas.
  • Maintain data hygiene and governance through meticulous oversight of database archives, deletions, and migrations, particularly during platform transitions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, streamline processes, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

Skills + Qualifications

  • B.S. or B.A. degree from a four-year accredited college or university. Degrees in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field are preferred.
  • Strong experience with SQL and Python (or similar scripting languages) for data manipulation and analysis.
  • Extensive knowledge of load-ready flat files (DAT/CSV) and experience in handling metadata fields across various eDiscovery platforms.
  • Proficiency in eDiscovery platforms, including Relativity, Everlaw, Reveal, and iConect, with a focus on data processing, loading, and production workflows.
  • Familiarity with best practices in data governance, data hygiene, and database maintenance and migrations.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think analytically and work independently to resolve complex technical challenges.
  • Strong consultative skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Perks + Benefits

  • Compensation – we offer market competitive salaries
  • Health Benefits – we offer a variety of plan medical, dental and vision options to best fit your needs
  • Life + Disability Insurance – we provide plans to ensure you are supported in the most critical life events
  • And More!

How to Apply

Please send your resume to careers@ilsteam.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ILS is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which all people processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Unsolicited Resumes Not Accepted

Please note that as per our policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that ILS will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.